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Travel from Colmar to Basel by train in 44 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Colmar to Basel by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Colmar to Basel by train is 57 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 44 minutes. You'll usually find 30 trains per day traveling the 59 km between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Basel. You're likely to be traveling with SNCF, DB or SBB to Basel. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Colmar to Basel in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $7.39. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
Colmar to Basel by train
It takes an average of 57m to travel from Colmar to Basel by train, over a distance of around 37 miles (59 km). There are normally 30 trains per day traveling from Colmar to Basel and tickets for this journey start from $7.39 when you book in advance.
| First train | 12:10 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:53 pm | |
| Departure station | Colmar | |
| Arrival station | Basel | |
| Journey time | From 44m | |
| Distance | 37 miles (59 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $7.39 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, SBB CFF FFS, Deutsche Bahn, Flixbus, SNCF |
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SNCF, SBB and Deutsche Bahn trains from Colmar to Basel
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SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
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The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Colmar to Basel?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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